Many people have old prescriptions lying around. These are disposed of according to the current regulation of flushing them. This contaminates the drinking water and the water of marine ecosystems. The Pamlico-Tar River Foundation has a recommended solution.

The Northern Mummichog makes excellent bait and is easy enough to catch using a used milk jug. In addition it is not recommended that fishermen eat them as they could cause one to develop a larval parasite.